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Cantu Dining Chair

Rare Sergio Rodrigues Cantu Dining Chairs
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Oosterbeek, NL
Set of 4 Brazilian rosewood dining chairs design 1959 by Sergio Rodrigues The chairs are in good
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Sergio Rodrigues for Oca Jacaranda & Leather Cantu Chairs, c 1959 Brazil, Signed
By Sergio Rodrigues, OCA Brazil
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An important set of six (6) Jacaranda Rosewood 'Cantu' dining chairs by Sergio Rodrigues for Oca
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Granite

Ilmari Tapiovaara Dining Chairs For La Permanente Mobili Cantù, 1960s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù in cognac leather, Italy, 1960s These beautiful
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Vintage 1960s Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Beech

La Permanente Mobili Cantù Set of Six Dining Chairs in Teak and Metal
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Waalwijk, NL
La Permanente Mobili Cantù set of six dining chairs, teak, black lacquered metal, alcantara, Italy
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian Aniline Leather and Lacquer Dining Chair from La Permanente Mobili Cantù
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Maple chair with aquamarine green leather, for the Permanente Cantù, the design can be linked to
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Maple, Lacquer

Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù Set of Six Dining Chairs
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù, darkened beech, cognac leather, Italy, 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

La Permanente Mobili Cantù Chair in Cherry and Soft Green Upholstery
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Waalwijk, NL
La Permanente Mobili Cantù, chair, cherry, fabric, Italy, 1960s This chair is produced by La
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Cherry

Eight Venetian Chippendale Palladian Chairs, in Walnut, Vienna straw, Leather
By Cantu
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Eight sturdy Venetian Chippendale chairs, Palladian style, high back, in walnut entirely carved
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Vintage 1960s Italian Baroque Revival Dining Room Chairs

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Walnut

Ilmari Tapiovaara Set of Twelve Dining Chairs by Permanente Mobili Cantù 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Set of twelve dining chairs with wooden frame, seat and back in leather designed by Ilmari
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Italian 1940s Mid-century Six Chairs by Paolo Buffa for Brugnoli Mobili Cantù
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Entirely original Italian 1940s neoclassical six chairs Paolo Buffa attributed in blond walnut
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Dining Room Chairs

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Walnut

16 Brazilian Modern “Cantu Alta” Dining Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
“Cantu Alta” Dining Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s are nothing less than gorgeous! The name of this
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Mid-Century Modern Italian Set of 4 Leather D Dining Chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian set of 4 cognac leather and dark beech wood dining chairs by Ilmari
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Midcentury Dining Room Table & Chairs by Guglielmo Urlich for Palazzi Dell'arte
By Palazzi dell’Arte Cantù, Paolo Buffa
Located in Vigonza, Padua
for Palazzi dell'Arte Cantù., in mahogany emerald glass top. Chairs in original leatherette
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Dinner Table & Chairs by Paolo Buffa from Cantù in Mahogany
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1930s Mid-Century Modern dinner table with six chairs attributed to Paolo Buffa from Cantù in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Set of 8 Sergio Rodrigues High-Back 'Cantu' Dining Chairs
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in BANGALOW, NSW
A set of 8 original & wonderfully elegant High-back ‘Cantu’ chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, for OCA in
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Mocho Stool by Sergio Rodrigues, Mid-Century Modern 1954
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Houston, TX
well another remarkable creation the Cantù dining chair.
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Hardwood

Italian 1940s Walnut Dining Chairs Mobili Cantù Gio Ponti Paolo Buffa
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in London, GB
A set of six understatedly elegant dining chairs in walnut, manufactured by La Permanente Mobili
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Vintage 1940s Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Ilmari Tapiovaara Dining Chairs by La Permanente Cantù, 1950s, Set of Six
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
six Ilmari Tapiovaara dining chairs, meticulously crafted by La Permanente Cantù circa 1950. Each
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Ilmari Tapiovaara Set of Four Chairs for Permanente Furniture Cantu in Leather
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Milano, IT
Ilmari Tapiovaara's eccentric set of four chairs for Permanente Mobili Cantu , 1950s. The set is
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of Eight Black Faux Leather and Wood Dining Chairs
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of eight wooden dining chairs with black synthetic leather seat and back. Slightly curved and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Cantu Chair by Sergio Rodrigues in Jacaranda with Leather Upholstery
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
objects within the Brazilian culture, such as the hammock. Cantu low dining chair was prized in the IV
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Jacaranda

Silvio Cavatorta Four Dining Chairs, Fully Restored, Mahogany and Snake Leather
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Silvio Cavatorta
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Set of four dining chairs. The chairs have an organic and smooth design. These are larger chairs
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Six Chairs by Ico Parisi for Colombo Cantu, Italy
By Ico Parisi, Antonio Ari Colombo
Located in Berlin, DE
This set of six chairs was designed by Ico Parisi, circa 1945. It was produced by Colombo Cantu in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Guglielmo Ulrich Six Dining Chairs, Fully restored, Luxury Red Eel leather 40s
By Guglielmo Ulrich, La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Rare set of six dining chairs. Back shows the outline that is commonly attributed to Guglielmo
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Llmari Tapiovaara Mid-Century Modern Italian Leather Dining Chairs 50s, Set of 4
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù, light walnut stained beech and patinated cognac
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Set of Six Italian Dining Chairs in Teak and Brass by Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1960s
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Hellouw, NL
Set of six dining room chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Cantù Italy, the 1950s. The
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 6 Leather Chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Brussels, BE
Set of 6 leather Italian dining chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of 1960s Brazilian Jacaranda Wood Cantu Dining Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of eight 1960s high back Brazilian jacaranda wood cantu dining chairs upholstered in black
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Jacaranda

Ilmari Tapiovaara Set of Ten Dining Chairs La Permanente Cantù, 1950
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Set of ten dining chairs designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Cantù, (1950). Chairs
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Dining Chairs Attributed to Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù, 4
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A set of 4 wood frame dining chairs attributed to Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Ilmari Tapiovaara Dining Chairs, Finland, the 1960s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Almelo, NL
Ilmari Tapiovaara set of ten dining chairs in cognac leather, Finland, the 1950s Ilmari
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Ilmari Tapiovaara Set of Eight Dining Chairs by La Permanente Cantù 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Set of eight dining chairs designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Cantù, (1950). Chairs
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of Six Dining Chairs with Cognac Leather by Ico Parisi for Colombo, 1950
By Colombo Cantu, Ico Parisi
Located in Berlin, DE
This set of six chairs was designed by Ico Parisi in 1945. It was produced by Colombo Cantu in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Ilmari Tapiovaara Set of Twelve Dining Chairs by Permanente Mobili Cantù 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Set of twelve dining chairs with wooden frame, seat and back in leather designed by Ilmari
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Llmari Tapiovaara Mid-Century Modern Italian Leather Dining Chairs 50s, Pair
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù, light walnut stained beech and patinated cognac
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Italian Pair of Chairs in Red Saddle Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Borghi Cantù, pair of dining chairs, saddle leather, stained wood, Italy, 1970s This ensemble of
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Italian Pair of Chairs in Red Saddle Leather
Italian Pair of Chairs in Red Saddle Leather
H 32.29 in W 18.12 in D 20.95 in
Pair of Vintage Mocho Stools by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Mid-Century, 1954
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Arimello coffee table and the Cantù dining chair.
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Set of Five High Backed "Cantu" by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Set of five high backed "Cantu" chairs in jacaranda with black vinyl seats. Designed by Sergio
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Dining Room Chairs

Cantu Dining Chair by Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
"Cantu" dining chair, awarded 3rd place in the IV Concorso Internazionale del Mobile de Cantu, in
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Dining Room Chairs

Set of Eight Cantu Dining Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Set of eight high-back "Cantu" dining chairs. The piece won 3rd Place in the 1961 IV Concorso
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20th Century Brazilian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

High-Backed Cantu dining chairs, set of ten by Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Chicago, IL
developing the country’s distinctive design vernacular. These remarkable Cantu chairs are crafted from solid
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20th Century Brazilian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Leather

Cantu with High Back Dining Chair by Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
"Cantu" dining chair with high back in solid tauari wood. Seat and back available in leather or
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Dining Room Chairs

Pair of Cantu-High Dining chairs by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in London, GB
Ranked third in the IV Concorso Internazionale del Mobile, Cantu, Italy, 1961 From a
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Dining Room Chairs

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Italian 1940s Walnut Dining Chairs Mobili Cantù Gio Ponti Paolo Buffa
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in London, GB
A set of six understatedly elegant dining chairs in walnut, manufactured by La Permanente Mobili
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Vintage 1940s Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Ilmari Tapiovaara Dining Chairs by La Permanente Cantù, 1950s, Set of Six
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
six Ilmari Tapiovaara dining chairs, meticulously crafted by La Permanente Cantù circa 1950. Each
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Ilmari Tapiovaara Set of Four Chairs for Permanente Furniture Cantu in Leather
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Milano, IT
Ilmari Tapiovaara's eccentric set of four chairs for Permanente Mobili Cantu , 1950s. The set is
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of Eight Black Faux Leather and Wood Dining Chairs
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of eight wooden dining chairs with black synthetic leather seat and back. Slightly curved and
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Cantu Chair by Sergio Rodrigues in Jacaranda with Leather Upholstery
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
objects within the Brazilian culture, such as the hammock. Cantu low dining chair was prized in the IV
Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Jacaranda

Silvio Cavatorta Four Dining Chairs, Fully Restored, Mahogany and Snake Leather
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Silvio Cavatorta
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Set of four dining chairs. The chairs have an organic and smooth design. These are larger chairs
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Six Chairs by Ico Parisi for Colombo Cantu, Italy
By Ico Parisi, Antonio Ari Colombo
Located in Berlin, DE
This set of six chairs was designed by Ico Parisi, circa 1945. It was produced by Colombo Cantu in
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Guglielmo Ulrich Six Dining Chairs, Fully restored, Luxury Red Eel leather 40s
By Guglielmo Ulrich, La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Rare set of six dining chairs. Back shows the outline that is commonly attributed to Guglielmo
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Llmari Tapiovaara Mid-Century Modern Italian Leather Dining Chairs 50s, Set of 4
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù, light walnut stained beech and patinated cognac
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Set of Six Italian Dining Chairs in Teak and Brass by Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1960s
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Hellouw, NL
Set of six dining room chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Cantù Italy, the 1950s. The
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 6 Leather Chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Brussels, BE
Set of 6 leather Italian dining chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of 1960s Brazilian Jacaranda Wood Cantu Dining Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of eight 1960s high back Brazilian jacaranda wood cantu dining chairs upholstered in black
Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Jacaranda

Ilmari Tapiovaara Set of Ten Dining Chairs La Permanente Cantù, 1950
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Set of ten dining chairs designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Cantù, (1950). Chairs
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Dining Chairs Attributed to Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù, 4
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A set of 4 wood frame dining chairs attributed to Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Ilmari Tapiovaara Dining Chairs, Finland, the 1960s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Almelo, NL
Ilmari Tapiovaara set of ten dining chairs in cognac leather, Finland, the 1950s Ilmari
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Ilmari Tapiovaara Set of Eight Dining Chairs by La Permanente Cantù 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Set of eight dining chairs designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Cantù, (1950). Chairs
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of Six Dining Chairs with Cognac Leather by Ico Parisi for Colombo, 1950
By Colombo Cantu, Ico Parisi
Located in Berlin, DE
This set of six chairs was designed by Ico Parisi in 1945. It was produced by Colombo Cantu in
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Ilmari Tapiovaara Set of Twelve Dining Chairs by Permanente Mobili Cantù 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Set of twelve dining chairs with wooden frame, seat and back in leather designed by Ilmari
Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Llmari Tapiovaara Mid-Century Modern Italian Leather Dining Chairs 50s, Pair
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù, light walnut stained beech and patinated cognac
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Italian Pair of Chairs in Red Saddle Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Borghi Cantù, pair of dining chairs, saddle leather, stained wood, Italy, 1970s This ensemble of
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Italian Pair of Chairs in Red Saddle Leather
Italian Pair of Chairs in Red Saddle Leather
H 32.29 in W 18.12 in D 20.95 in
Pair of Vintage Mocho Stools by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Mid-Century, 1954
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Arimello coffee table and the Cantù dining chair.
Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Set of Five High Backed "Cantu" by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Set of five high backed "Cantu" chairs in jacaranda with black vinyl seats. Designed by Sergio
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Dining Room Chairs

Cantu Dining Chair by Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
"Cantu" dining chair, awarded 3rd place in the IV Concorso Internazionale del Mobile de Cantu, in
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Dining Room Chairs

Set of Eight Cantu Dining Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Set of eight high-back "Cantu" dining chairs. The piece won 3rd Place in the 1961 IV Concorso
Category

20th Century Brazilian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

High-Backed Cantu dining chairs, set of ten by Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Chicago, IL
developing the country’s distinctive design vernacular. These remarkable Cantu chairs are crafted from solid
Category

20th Century Brazilian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Leather

Cantu with High Back Dining Chair by Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
"Cantu" dining chair with high back in solid tauari wood. Seat and back available in leather or
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Dining Room Chairs

Pair of Cantu-High Dining chairs by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in London, GB
Ranked third in the IV Concorso Internazionale del Mobile, Cantu, Italy, 1961 From a
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Dining Room Chairs

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Cantu Dining Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic cantu dining chair available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and animal skin, every cantu dining chair was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a cantu dining chair — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A cantu dining chair, designed in the Mid-Century Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made cantu dining chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantù and Ico Parisi are consistently popular.

How Much is a Cantu Dining Chair?

Prices for a cantu dining chair start at $1,584 and top out at $32,000 with the average selling for $4,882.

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Questions About Cantu Dining Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    A dining chair is a chair used to provide seating while dining at a table. There are two main types: side chairs and armchairs. As the name suggests, armchairs feature integrated arms, and they typically go along the short ends of rectangular tables. Free of arms, side chairs are usually arranged along the sides of rectangular tables. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A carver dining chair is a kind of spool chair with legs rising above the seat level to frame the back and support the armrests. A theory about how carver chairs got their name is that the “master of the household” would sit at the head of the dining table and carve the meat that would be served for dinner. A widely reported origin story for the carver chair is that the name references a Pilgrim named John Carver, who was the founder of the Plymouth colony of Massachusetts in the United States. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage carver chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Dining chairs should be around 18 inches tall. Since most dining tables are 30 inches high, 18 inch tall dining chairs allow for a comfortable amount of legroom. As a general rule of thumb, there should be around 12 inches between a dining table and a seat.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between dining chairs and accent chairs is primarily their function. Generally, dining chairs are used in dining areas, where they provide comfortable seating for people to use while eating at tables. You'll normally find accent chairs in seating areas and other parts of the home, where users can sit on them while they read, make conversation or enjoy other relaxing activities. Shop a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The chairs at a dining table are generally just called dining chairs. Chairs without arms that go along the sides of a table are side chairs. Typically positioned at the ends of tables, dining chairs framed by arms are armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To tell if a dining chair is antique, first look for markings that can help you identify the maker. You will normally find these under the seat. By using information published on trusted online resources, you can research the markings to learn who made the chair and when the maker was active. Any dining chair made 100 years ago or earlier is an antique. Another way to identify antique chairs is to examine their details closely. Most antique dining chairs are handmade, so you can expect to see subtle tool markings and slight irregularities. A lack of these characteristics may indicate that a dining chair is machine-made and less likely to be an antique. For assistance with dating your dining chairs, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of antique dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Whether leather is good for dining chairs is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find leather to be easy to wipe clean and appreciate its texture and appearance. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of leather dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Yes, it may be worth recovering dining chairs. If the upholstery on your chairs is worn or stained, but the frames are in good condition, recovering them can restore their appearance and allow you to continue using your furniture for more years. However, there may be some downsides to recovering. Sometimes, the material and labor costs may be more than what you might pay for new chairs. Recovering some vintage or antique dining chairs may also diminish their value. If your chairs are vintage or antique, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or antique dealer to learn about the potential impact of replacing the fabric before you proceed with the recovery process. It is also a good idea to get estimates from a few professional furniture repairers to see how much the project will cost. Shop a large collection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    Many furniture lovers feel that leather dining chairs are worth it. Due to its natural beauty, leather can elevate dining rooms and add interest to interior designs by bringing in a new texture. Leather is also fairly easy to wipe clean, and top-grain and full-grain upholstery often hold up well to the effects of frequent use. Keep in mind that other factors contribute to the overall quality of a chair, such as its frame materials and construction methods. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of leather dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    A dining room chair is called a dining chair. However, depending on its style, you may also see a dining chair referred to by other names. Armless ones placed along the long sides of rectangular and oval tables are side chairs, while the chairs with arms that often go at the heads of tables are armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A good width for a dining chair is generally considered to be 16 to 20 inches. Chairs within this size range typically provide enough space for most people to sit comfortably. Shop a collection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What the head dining chairs are called varies. With many dining room sets, the chairs designed to go at the heads or ends of the tables are flanked by arms. As a result, people often refer to them as dining armchairs or dining end chairs. If the chairs lack arms, they're usually described as end chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    No one knows for sure why some dining chairs with arms are called carvers. However, it likely relates to the historical use of these chairs. Technically, carver is the nickname for a specific type of dining chair with arms, not for all dining armchairs. A Colonial American design, a carver chair features a backrest that wraps around the sides and forms arms. Traditionally, the carver chair went at the head of the table, and often the family member responsible for carving the primary entrée sat at this place. As a result, the chair's purpose for seating the carver of the meal is one potential explanation for the nickname. Another is that the name comes from John Carver, the governor of the Plymouth Colony. Reportedly, Carver owned one of these chairs, and people began referring to them by his name as a result. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of carver chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To protect your woven dining chairs, try a fabric protection spray designed for the specific type of material. Follow the application directions printed on the bottle for best results. Also, wipe your chairs clean after every meal with a slightly damp cloth to reduce the risk of stains. On 1stDibs, find a range of woven dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, your dining room table and chairs do not need to match. Coordinated colors and styles can add visual flair to a space, and is a great way to show off your personal style. Shop a collection of dining room tables and chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    To pick a fabric for dining room chairs, one should consider durable, easy to maintain or stain-resistant materials. While choosing a fabric is a personal choice, the most commonly preferred upholstery materials include cotton and linen — both are prone to staining, however — as well as leather and synthetic fabrics such as polyester. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dining chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.